Who Do You Honor This Memorial Day?

Many people know someone who has died while serving in this country's military—whether it’s a friend, a brother or sister, a parent or grandparent, or a husband or wife.

While these fallen soldiers should be celebrated, thanked and remembered throughout the year, Memorial Day is special day for paying respects.

You can post a reflection or photo of a veteran you remember and honor on this post. To leave a reflection, please add a comment below. To share a photo, click on “Add your photos and videos” to the right.

How are you marking this day? Two nearby events include a parade from New Brighton City Hall (leaves 9:30 a.m.) to the St. John the Baptist Cemetery (ceremony at 10 a.m.); and a at the Columbia Heights City Hall (11:30 a.m.).